Brian G. Gaston, 61, passed away due to chronic health conditions on August 3, 2025 at Meadowbrook South in Gardner, KS with loved ones by his side. A private celebration of life for family and close friends will be held in Ottawa, KS, at a later date.
Brian was born April 8, 1964, in Junction City, KS to Russell Gaston, Jr. and Carol Gaston (Gardner). Brian had two siblings from this marriage who currently reside in Oregon, his sister Lori Robertson and brother, Kevin Gaston (wife Dee). Russell and Carol later divorced. Russell remarried later to Carolyn Gaston (Mann). This joining of families brought the addition of two additional brothers Robert Witt (wife Mary Jane), of Junction City, KS and Bradley Witt, of Nebraska. All nine of his nieces and nephews referred to him as “Uncle B”, a name he took pride in. After moving around some in his younger days while living with his mom, Brian returned to Junction City with his father and graduated from Junction City High School.
Brian liked to try new things and changed career paths several times. He worked many years in grocery management, mechanical work, and warehouse management, just to name a few. Brian was a great cook who loved entertaining others. He enjoyed working with his hands on both big and small projects, but he found his greatest joy in the outdoors. He loved to golf, fish, hunt, camp, boat, and ride dirt bikes and ATVs. He was happiest when he got to share these adventures with his son.
In 1996, Brian married Shannon Gaston (Gillespie) and they welcomed their son Hunter Russell Gaston in 2003. He was so very proud of his son and all his accomplishments. Hunter also graduated from Junction City High School in 2021 and currently works as an EMT/Firefighter in Junction City. Brian and Shannon divorced in 2005.
Brian later met Donna Guilfoyle, his partner of 17 years. With open arms he welcomed Donna’s two sons, Richard Guilfoyle (wife Stephanie) and Joshua Guilfoyle (wife Amanda). Brian enjoyed spending time with their children as well; Colson (wife Grace), Cylar, Toni, Jamie, and Evelyn. This extended family all reside in Ottawa, KS, where a celebration of life gathering will be taking place.
Brian was proceeded in death by his mother, Carol Gaston, and his father, Russell Gaston, Jr.